Monthly Archives: January 2010

TDR Project. Bottom End Strip Down

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Brian

A couple of weeks ago I completed the very simple task of removing the top end of the engine and after sourcing a clutch/flywheel holder and a flywheel puller I could carry on with the bottom end strip down.  By … Continue reading →

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TDR Project. Aluminium Polishing (Take 2)

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Brian

My first attempt at aluminium polishing was pretty good but there were still small (but still visible) horizontal scratches in the finished item.  My first thoughts were that this was a “grain” in the sheet aluminium used to make the … Continue reading →

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TDR Project – First Attempt At Aluminium Polishing

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Brian

I have a number of aluminium parts for this project that I want to polish but I have never actually done any polishing.  Last Sunday I made my first attempt at aluminium polishing on one of my exhaust end cans.  … Continue reading →

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TDR Project – Engine Top End Strip Down

Posted on January 2, 2010 by Brian

Just to clarify, Mildred’s previous owner had replaced the original TDR250 engine with a TZR250 (2MA I think) engine.  Even though it was running well before the start of this project I need to strip it down to have the … Continue reading →

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TDR Project – Strip Down Day 5

Posted on January 1, 2010 by Brian

The last few parts attached to the frame should have been removed today.  The following parts were left attached to frame: Rear brake light switch. Rear suspension relay arm. Frame identity tag. Helmet lock. The rear brake switch spring is … Continue reading →

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